With a summer of industrial action threatening disruption, delays and flight cancellation, a staycation could be the preferred option for a hassle-free holiday. With Ryanair flights now available from London Stansted to Newquay at just £15 one way, why not escape for a break at one of the following Cornish retreats. 

Hotel Meudon

Hidden along a quiet country lane between Falmouth and the Helford River, Hotel Meudon is set in nine acres of Cornish subtropical gardens with its own secluded beach, Bream Cove. Guests can sign up for guided walks to explore the coastline, take kayak tours along the Helford River or paddleboard directly from Bream Cove. Or opt to simply sit and enjoy the glorious gardens. Thanks to new head chef, David Waters, the menus will be bursting with the freshest local produce, fish, and seafood. Coincide your visit with the Tall Ships Regatta in August for a prime viewing spot as the historic sailing vessels set out from Falmouth in a race across the Atlantic (race start and parade takes place on 18 August). 

Rates start from £418 for a two-night summer break based on two adults sharing a room, including a complimentary G&T on arrival, a £30 dining credit per person and full Cornish breakfast each morning. For more information and to book visit www.meudon.co.uk.  

Una St Ives

Nestled in the Cornish countryside less than a mile from picture-perfect Carbis Bay, Una St Ives has unveiled a year-round heated lido swimming pool, as well as the Lido Bar & Grill, an outdoor BBQ kitchen and poolside dining space serving a street-food-inspired menu cooked over an open flame. When the sun shines, the sheltered terrace is the perfect spot for enjoying Cornish cocktails, smoothies, iced drinks and loaded hot chocolates after a dip. The new facilities (which complement the indoor pool and spa and award-winning Una Kitchen) mean you may struggle to tear yourself away. But if you do, the cultural and culinary delights of bustling St Ives are within easy striking distance, as are Cornwall's many surf beaches, hidden coves, and must-see attractions.  

Sneak in a break before 21 July and enjoy four nights for the price of three, from £330 (based on two adults sharing a one-bedroom lodge) including unlimited use of the lido, leisure and spa facilities. A seven-night stay from 21 July until 31 August costs from £1,260 (based on two adults sharing a one-bedroom lodge). For more information and to book visit www.unastives.co.uk    

Polurrian on the Lizard

The stylish and historic Polurrian on The Lizard is embarking on a fresh new chapter following a comprehensive refurbishment. Situated on Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula with breathtaking views across the Atlantic, on a sunny day the ambience at the Polurrian feels akin to the Mediterranean. This spectacularly situated boutique hotel provides a brilliant base for exploring the rugged stretch of coastline it calls home and for exploring some of Cornwall's least-discovered corners. From Pilates to sea kayaking, surf lessons with a pro surfer, guided SUP trips, coasteering and horse riding, there is plenty to keep more active guests engaged. All bedrooms, the restaurant and Vista Lounge have recently been refurbished and there's an indoor and outdoor pool as well as a secluded cove at the foot of the cliff path. 

Enjoy a three, four, or five-night summer break from £642 for three nights, inclusive of £27.50 per person, per night dining credit (based on two people sharing an Inland Double room, valid from 1 July to 4 September 2023). Or stay in one of the hotel's spacious self-catering villas and enjoy four nights for the price of three, with all hotel amenities on tap, from £597 (valid June, July and September 2023, excluding school holidays, sleeping up to six in three bedrooms). For more information and to book visit www.polurrianhotel.com.